We should attempt to bring nature, houses, and human beings together in a higher unity.
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We do not evaluate the result but the starting point of the creative process. Precisely, this shows whether the form was discovered by starting from life, or for its own sake. That is why I consider the creative process so essential. Life for us is the decisive factor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of the creative process and its roots in real-life experiences.
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe highlights that the value of creativity lies not in the final product but in the origin of the ideas that lead to it. By evaluating the starting point of the creative journey, we can understand whether the creativity is inspired by genuine life experiences or merely exists for its own sake, thus showcasing how essential the creative process is as a reflection of life itself.
Themes
CreativityProcessLifeArtisticInspiration
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared in an art class to encourage students to focus on their creative journey.
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